http://www.pelinks4u.org/articles/lleightNichols_1011.htm

Summary
This article details the different types of iPads and how they can be used in schools.  There are lots of apps that do not require wi-fi, but there are many others that do, so make sure you do your homework and figure out what type of connection will work best for you in your setting.  The iPad also comes preloaded with an app for YouTube, iTunes, App Store, Videos, Photos, Notes, Maps, iPod (music, tv shows, movies, podcasts, etc.) and Safari (Apple’s web browser).  After some more brief information regarding iPads the article goes into apps and ways they can be used in PE class.  Some fitness apps they discussed with some brief detail are 1 - Fitness Class (free app) allows teacher to stream workout videos with over 230 routines to choose from.  It can be put through a project or SmartBoard for class to see. 2 - Fitness Free HD - Again over 300 exercises with photos and instructions on how to perform exercise.  It also provides exercises that'll work certain body parts.  3- HITT Timer which is an app that allows you to create time intervals for stations, fitness run, etc.  This article has great detail on apps to be used in the "special" classes - PE, music, and art.

Reflection
Our school is looking at turning over to 1:1 with iPad in the next few years.  It's an exciting time bringing technology into our school, but finding ways to use it in Physical Education was initially a difficult thing to do.  After reading this article and partaking in a webinar on iPads in PE, I'm very excited to use this device in our class.  As you can see, there are many, many apps that tie physical fitness and iPads together.  As the students are able to see these apps, they can use them outside of the class and possible on their own iPhones or iPads.  This is a new way to teach physical education and it'd be a greater motivator to engage students for years to come.